Using the four approaches to how to be socially responsible, provide an example of a real company to differentiate among them.
What will be an ideal response?
| 1. | The obstructionist approach is one in which companies choose not to behave in |
| 2. | The defensive approach is one in which companies behave ethically to the degree that |
| 3. | The accommodative approach is one in which companies behave legally and ethically |
| 4. | The proactive approach is one in which companies actively embrace socially |
Students' examples of real companies that illustrate each approach will vary but should demonstrate understanding of the concepts.
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A) Formal apology. B) Authoritative statement. C) Upbeat tone. D) More details.
Research by Miceli and Near indicates that:
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Timberland’s 2006 Our Footprint labeling scheme
a. avoided mentioning the social impacts of its production process. b. avoided mentioning environmental impacts. c. discussed social impacts and the triple bottom line. d. clearly listed the environmental and social impacts of the production process for each of its products.
Which sentence applies the appropriate word usage?
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